Opera singer from Cavendish wins scholarships to London and Montreal
Bass singer Leyland Jones, 23, placed third in the Australian Singing Competition and won scholarships to study in London and Montreal.
Leyland Jones started singing at eight years old in the small town of Cavendish. Now 23, the bass singer placed third overall at the Australian Singing Competition 2026.
Jones won a scholarship to the Canadian Vocal Arts Institute in Montreal for summer 2027 and the Linnhe Robertson Prize for ten private singing lessons in London, plus travel costs. Jones is completing his Master of Music in Opera Performance at Melbourne University.
He said Australia is "quite a small fish in the operatic world" and singers must go to Europe and the US to build lasting careers. He plans to perform with Melbourne companies after returning from his studies.
- 23 years old
- Age
- Canadian Vocal Arts Institute, summer 2027
- Montreal scholarship
Why it mattersOpera talent earning international recognition and backing to study with leading programs, boosting local arts credentials.
AustraliaAn Australian musician from a rural town is earning recognition and international study opportunities, showing how local talent can reach world stages.
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